The Moschino story begins in the early 1980s, when Franco Moschino (1950–94), a freelance magazine illustrator and Gianni Versace collaborator, founded a label in Italy whose ethos was all about having fun.
Moschino initially pursued a degree in painting at Milan's Brera Academy of Fine Arts during the late 1960s, turning to freelance illustration to help pay his way through school. He found inspiration in Pop art, Dadaism and bold graphics. During the 1970s, he began to work for Gianni Versace’s now-legendary house as a sketcher and freelanced as a clothing designer with other fashion labels. In 1983, encouraged by Versace, he launched his own extravagant and excessive couture collection.
Moschino's expertly tailored, vibrant designs for casual wear and more, each adorned with loud, playful details, spoofed the chic high fashion of the day, and Franco's close relationship with fine art — as well as his eye for innovation — welcomed comparisons to Elsa Schiaparelli over the years. The label’s work essentially mocked the industry even as its hand fed Moschino, with the founder emblazoning shirts with slogans such as “Good taste doesn’t exist” or embroidering jackets with the phrase “Waist of money,” while the theatrical shows were positioned with an undercurrent of critique.
Today, the Metropolitan Museum of Art holds two vintage Moschino handbags in its collection: one shaped like a milk carton and the other an iron.
“Under all the surface witticisms, [Moschino] had a serious knack for running class pieces through a wringer of irony or Surrealism,” observed Vogue. “Chanel-isms were his favorite trope, though he also poked fun at Jean Paul Gaultier’s lingerie dressing and put out pasta bags in a parody of the Prada accessories craze.”
Accessories, jeans and the first men’s collection were presented at the Regal Palace in Milan in 1985, with his Moschino Jeans womenswear collection following in 1986. Then Moschino released Moschino for Women, its first fragrance, the next year in Europe.
In 1988, long before brands had considered the concept of a spin-off, Moschino bowed its cheeky diffusion line for men and women, Moschino Cheap and Chic, during the shows in Milan. The label thrived, adding its first stores in Italy and campaigning for eco-friendly fur. Its retrospective-slash-fashion show “X Years of Kaos” in the early 1990s benefited a children’s AIDS organization.
After Moschino’s untimely death at the age of 44 from AIDS complications, Rossella Jardini, his longtime friend and colleague, took the reins. She carried the torch for nearly 20 years, adding eyewear, watches and jewelry. American designer Jeremy Scott was named creative director in 2013.
Scott, who grew up on a farm and once unveiled a collection of evening dresses charred with burn marks, imbues all his work with a message of inclusion, be it his Fast Food collection in 2014 (hot dog dress included) or Moschino Barbie.
“I don’t care if the critics don’t like me,” Scott told Vogue. “I want to be the people’s designer, like Diana was the people’s princess.”
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Moschino Vintage Black Cut Out Bow Tie Mini Dress, 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage Moschino mini dress with a cut out bow tie detail. Sleeveless sleeves and mini length. Details: Unlined Rear Zip Closure Marked Size: Unmarked Estimated Size...
Moschino Vintage 1990s Red + Black Color Block Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage two-tone color block jacket in red and black by Cheap and Chic by Moschino. Fully lined with front button closure. Velcro closure at collar and on sides. Fabric: 52% Rayon/ 4...
S/S 2006 Moschino Cheap & Chic Pasta Printed Silk Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino Cheap and Chic pasta printed dress from the Spring/Summer 2006 collection. This midi dress features a whimsical all-over print with farfalle, penne, rigatoni and fusilli pas...
MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic Purple Shift Dress with Snake Sequin Collar
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Fun vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic shift dress. Crafted in a purple cloth, with vibrant green sequin appliqué Snake draped around the collar. The dress features a fitted silhoue...
90's Moschino Jeans Red Large Patent Leather Circle Bag
By Moschino Jeans, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Vintage Moschino Jeans patent leather oversized bag featuring a bold abstract circle silhouette in vibrant red. Its exaggerated proportions and retro design give the bag a playful lo...
90's Moschino Green Military Skirt Suit as seen on Princess Diana
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Concord, NC
90’s Vintage Moschino Couture emerald green skirt suit, famously worn by Princess Diana on 13 different occasions. Featuring a sharply tailored jacket with contrasting black lapels, ...
Moschino Cheap & Chic Piano Dress as seen on The Nanny
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino Cheap and Chic shift dress with novelty piano key hem. As seen on Fran Dresher in “The Nanny”. Concealed back zip. Size: US size 8 Condition: In excellent condition Measu...
Y2K Moschino Couture! Vintage Cream Blazer or Suit Jacket
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous cream jacket with unique buttons and front pockets. By Moschino Couture! Details: Fully Lined Front Pockets Shoulder Pads Sewn Into Lining Front Button Closure/ Bu...
$388Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Moschino Lingerie Leopard Print Bra Top New With Tags Y2K
By Moschino
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Very rare original early 2000s Moschino Lingerie bra, new with original tag still attached, made in the iconic leopard print that made the Italian fashion house's provocative and iro...
Moschino Vintage 1990s 90s Black Lace Up Grommet Sheath Dress
By Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Simple and chic black sheath dress by Moschino. Oversized grommet detail with a lace up front. Details: Unlined Side Zip Closure Marked Size: I 46/ US 12/ F 42/ D 42/ GB 16 Color:...
Moschino Photo Print Velvet Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous velvet dress by Moschino in an elaborate print of words and photos in beige, brown, and black. The print is amazingly detailed with photo prints...
Moschino Color Block Rainbow Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous colorful dress with a bit of stretch from Moschino. It is is sleeveless with a crew neck and incredible brightly colored shapes each individually sewn together comprising...
Moschino Mare Pink Top Embroidered with a Stylized Figure, New, 2000s
By Moschino
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
A delightful top by Moschino Mare, part of the iconic creative universe of the Italian fashion house in the early 2000s. A piece that perfectly captures the ironic, playful, and inst...
Moschino Couture, Jeremy Scott, Red Leather, Heart-Shaped, Top Handle Bag
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Red Leather Heart-Shaped Top Handle Bag DESIGNER: Jeremy Scott CIRCA: 2010s STYLE: Moschino Top Handle Bag MATERIALS: Leather MEASUREMENT: Width 7.8"...
Moschino Color Block Skirt Suit with Emoji Buttons
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece skirt suit from Moschino. The front of both pieces is comprised of an array of different color and shapes assembled to form a beautiful patchwork. The jacket has...
$145Sale Price|25% Off
Moschino Tortoise Shell Brown Lucite Lens Sunglasses in Case
By Moschino
Located in University City, MO
Moschino Italy Tortoise shell brown lucite lens sunglasses in case The stylish Italian sunglasses come in the original Moschino storage case The s...
1990s Moschino Jeans Vintage Graphic Print "M.O.S. CHI? NO!" Long Sleeve Dress
By Moschino Jeans, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage Moschino Jeans jersey knit shirt dress with a "M.O.S. CHI? NO!" graphic across the front. Long sleeves and pockets. Unlined with back and front pockets. No closure/ pulls on ...
90's Vintage Moschino Italian Slogan Large Shoulder Shopper Tote Bag
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fun 1990's Vintage Moschino bag with Italian Slogans reading 'It's better to want to dress as you want rather than as you should' and 'Good taste does not exist' ! The bag is made fr...
S/S 2022 Moschino Couture Colourful Cartoon Print Bathing - Swimming Costume
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Sheffield, GB
A fun Moschino Couture bathing suit from the Spring / Summer 2022 Runway Collection. With cartoon animal design print in a playful colour palette and scooped back reverse. MADE IN I...
1990s Moschino "No to Racism" collection cotton pants size 40
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
totally made in italy in size 40 embellished with images from all the main collections
Moschino Dress with Sheer Side Panels 1990s
By Moschino, Moschino Jeans
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible black dress from Moschino. It is lingerie inspired with an adjustable straps boned bra style top plus front and back panels of stretch bandage fabric. There are semi s...
$75Sale Price|50% Off
Moschino X H&M Gold Chain Baroque Printed One Piece Swimsuit 34
By Moschino
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Introducing the stunning Moschino X H&M One Piece swimsuit, a collaboration that seamlessly blends high-end luxury with accessible fashion. This eye-catching swimsuit is the epitome ...
1990’s Moschino Cheap & Chic Rainbow Car Wash Fringe Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic show stopping 1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic rainbow striped car wash jacket. As seen on Fran Dresher in “The Nanny”. This jacket features vivid rainbow stripes that differ in ...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Avant Garde Vintage 90s Little Black Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic, with an edge 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC little black dress! Features a fitted tailored bodice with black rosettes and appliqués on left waist. Flirty skirt can accomodate...
$1,195Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic Popeye the Sailor Man & Olive Oyl 1990s Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible and rare vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC Popeye the Sailor Man and Olive Oyl 90s boho novelty silk midi dress! Features Popeye and Olive...
Moschino Question Mark Sweater
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black wool sweater adorned with a large question mark in the front. It has long cuffed sleeves, a crew neck and a large mixed metal question mark comprised of silver sequ...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Animal Print Vintage 90s Silk Short Sleeve Top
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic silk animal print blouse! Features leopard, zebra, cheetah, and tiger prints throughout. Warm colors of brown, ivory, trimmed with black lace....
Moschino Cheap & Chic Vintage Vegetable Jacket as seen on the Nanny
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino Cheap & Chic plaid wool vegetable blazer as seen on Fran Dresher on the sitcom "The Nanny". Features embroidered appliqués of a snow pea, tomato, eggplant, & carrot ...
$149Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Moschino 1990s Black Cotton Sequin Panda T-Shirt, Size 42
By Moschino Jeans, Moschino
Located in London, GB
Vintage MOSCHINO Sequin Panda T-shirt, Black cotton, Panda print with sequin details in Black and white Made in Italy Condition: vintage, Like New Size: 42(IT) - 10(UK) - 2/4 USA
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
Moschino Couture, Jeremy Scott, Padlock, Heart Shaped, Red Handle, Leather Bag
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS23 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Padlock Heart Shaped Red Handle Leather Bag DESIGNER: Jeremy Scott CIRCA: 2010s STYLE: SS23 Moschino Handle Leather Bag MATERIALS: Leather MEAS...
NWT Moschino Size Large / XL Blue Striped Nautical Monkini One Piece Swimsuit
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy brand new with tags MOSCHINO, by JEREMY SCOTT blue and white cut-out monkini! Features a gold ring at center bust, and the MOSCHINO logo in gold on the left shoulder strap (the ...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Size 4 Khaki Beige Flower Print Vintage 90s Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Diego, CA
Adorable 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC khaki / beige sleeveless babydoll dress! Features embroidered flowers throughout, with a chic bow detail at upper waist. Hidden zipper up the sid...
Pink fabric top handle bag with "trompe l'oeil" print and rhinestone Moschino
By Moschino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink fabric top handle bag with "trompe l'oeil" print and rhinestone. Top zip closure. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon or polyester. Brown cotton lining. 4 inside pocket...
Moschino Jacket with Elaborate Applique
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous navy wool jacket from Moschino with red grosgrain applique in abstract patterns front, back and along the sleeves. It has a navy velvet rounded lapel collar plus heart an...
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Orange + White Gingham Bodycon 90s Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 90s MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC orange and white gingham asymmetrical bodcon dress! Features a vibrant orange, mixed with white. Short sleeves features perforated cut-outs o...
1990s Moschino Vintage Colourful Wallpaper Pattern Floral Paisley Jeans Trousers
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage 1990's Moschino wallpaper / floral patterned trousers. High wasited fit with Moschino embossed gold tone hardware. MADE IN ITALY. Features: Zip fasten / Classic x4 pocket des...
New 1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Size 38.5 / 8.5 Brown Suede 90s Knee High Boots
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Never worn vintage 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC chocolate brown suede leather knee high flat boots! Effortlessly chic, with a sleek toe, and an exposed gold zipper down the back. Su...
1990's Iconic Moschino Colourful Monopoly Pattern Print High waisted Trousers
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Loud and Iconic, early 1990's Vintage Moschino high waisted fitted satin trousers, featuring a fun 'Moschinopoly' print all over in a stretchy shiny material. MADE IN ITALY ! Feature...
Vintage Moschino 1990s Mickey Mouse Disney Iconic Novelty Print 90s Mini Dress
By Moschino Jeans, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and iconic 1990s MOSCHINO novelty print sexy mini dress! Features all of the cartoon characters Moschino used in the 90s. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Popeye, Olive Oyl, amongst ...
Moschino Silk Color Block Maxi Skirt
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous patchwork silk skirt in greens, pinks, red and brown from Moschino. It is work intensive with dozens of 1 1/2 X 1 1/2" squares joined together forming the front of the sk...
Moschino Vintage 1990s Slot Collection Unisex Cotton Pants Size 40
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino vintage slot collection pants totally made i italy in size it 40 composition: 100% cotton measurements: 70 waist, 99 lenght in CM
Moschino Cheap & Chic 2000s Size 10 No Bones About It Black White Skeleton Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic early 2000s black and white novelty skeleton print dress ! Easy shift silhouette looks great on any shape. Soft lightweight rayon fabric that is fully...
MOSCHINO cheap & chic Pastel Pink & Black Coquette Bustier - Corset Top
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
MOSCHINO cheap & chic Pastel Pink & Black Coquette Bustier - Corset Top Features - Black ruffled mesh frill detailing, Bow at the front, squared collar line, concealed zip up back an...
Rare 1988 Runway Franco Moschino Fruit & Veg Print Raffia Novelty Cocktail Dress
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring / Summer 1988 Archival, Runway Vintage fruit & veg print cocktail dress by Franco Moschino, with a novelty Raffia hay neckline detail. MADE IN ITALY. Features: Concealed ...
Rare 90s Moschino Nuts about you Cheap & Chic Grey Suit - blazer Jacket & Pants
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb Archival 1990’s Nutcracker Moschino Cheap & Chic ‘Nut’s about you’ tailored Blazer & Pant suit designed by the master of Italian tailoring Franco Moschino. MADE IN ITALY ! Cr...
Iconic Archival 1990's Vintage Moschino Newspaper Print Gazette Jeans
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb, iconic Vintage 1990's Moschino 'Newspaper' printed high waisted jeans, depicting Franco Moschino amongst other newspaper & gazette articles. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: Zip f...
Fabulous Vintage Red Leather Moschino Gold Letter Pointed Stiletto ankle Boots
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous Vintage Red Leather Moschino Boots circa 2000. Featuring the iconic Gold Lettering zip details, pointed Toe and stiletto heels. Size UK: 5 / EU: 38 MADE IN ITALY. Condition ...
2000's Moschino Logo Pattern Spell out Black Halter Neck Cocktail Dress US 6
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Incredible Vintage 2000's Moschino Cheap & Chic 'LOGO' print halter neck / fitted cocktail dress, in black with white repeat print all over. Features: Halter Neck style / Fitted...
Rare 2000's Sunset Rave MOSCHINO Sunset Print - Pattern Denim Jacket
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Early 2000's UK Garage Era 'MOSCHINO' Sun-set Print Cotton Jacket, crafted from a Printed Cloth in Blue and Orange ombré shades. We also have the Matching shirt & Pants available t...
Moschino New Dress with Petal Skirt
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light weight red wool dress from Moschino. It has a V neckline, scoop back and an A line skirt completely adorned in rows of overlapping individual fabric petals. It is f...
$800Sale Price|50% Off
Moschino 1990s Crop top and Skirt Set
By Moschino, Moschino Jeans
Located in Austin, TX
1990s Moschino silk striped cropped tie top and wrap skirt. Condition: Excellent Size 42/ US 8 / M 30" waist, 33" bust, 34" hips
1990's Vintage Moschino Backpack - Gold Letter Rucksack Bag
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage 1990's Moschino black Vinyl Backpack bag, with large 'MOSCHINO' lettering. An Iconic nineties Vintage Piece ! MADE IN ITALY ! Features: Large 'MOSCHINO' spell out l...
Iconic Archival 1990's Vintage Moschino Newspaper Print Gazette Pattern Jacket
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Incredible, Archival Vintage 1990's Moschino 'Newspaper' print jacket, depicting Franco Moschino amongst other newspaper and Gazette articles. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: Central lin...
Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Black Size 6 Chiffon Paillettes Sequin Vintage Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Diego, CA
Super stylish never worn late 1990s / 90s MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic black silk chiffon dress! This beauty is embellshed with thousands of hand-sewn black iridescent paillettes in a var...
Moschino 1990's Vintage Blue Bandana Print Wrap around Mini Skirt
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Cool Vintage 1990's Moschino wrap around Mini skirt, in a classic blue & cream traditional Bandana style pattern. MADE IN ITALY Features: Adjustable fit Back pockets 100% Cotton S...
Moschino 1990's Black Crepe Life Preserver Midi Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A playful and fabulous 1990's Moschino piece from the Cheap and Chic label. The life preserver element echos the iconic 1989 "Cruise Me Baby" collection. The inner tube still inflate...
Early 1990's Vintage MOSCHINO Reflective Gold & Silver Bum Bag - Fanny Pack
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage 1990's Moschino reflective Gold & Silver fanny pack / bum bag, with iconic & large 'MOSCHINO' lettering and silver metal hardware. An Iconic Vintage Piece ! MADE IN ITA...
Moschino Color Block Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great black and off white dress from Moschino. The sleeveless semi fitted dress has an off white peter pan collar and large front patch pockets wit...
MOSCHINO 90s Cheap & Chic Vintage Jigsaw Puzzle Colourful Cropped Boucle Jacket
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superbly tailored early 1990’s Cheap and Chic by Franco Moschino, Jigsaw puzzle patterned boucle Jacket crafted from colourful wool panels and featuring gold 'C+C' embossed buttons d...
Archival Moschino Couture 90s Runway Teddy Bear Knit Fun Vintage Novelty Sweater
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Rare Archival 1990's Teddy Bear sweater designer by Franco Moschino for Moschino's 'Couture' line. Beautiful Soft Cream roll neck sweater with a variety of Fluffy hand sewn ornate te...